Web Application
Hostel
A platform that helps students find a hostel in their college.
Overview
A comprehensive hostel management solution designed to help college students find suitable accommodations, manage bookings, and connect with hostel administrators efficiently. The platform simplifies the entire process from hostel discovery to booking confirmation.
Problem Statement
Students often struggle to find suitable hostel accommodations near their colleges due to lack of centralized information, difficulty in comparing options, and complex booking processes. Traditional methods involve visiting multiple hostels physically and dealing with paperwork, which is time-consuming and inefficient.
Key Features
- Advanced hostel search and filtering by location, price, and amenities
- User reviews and ratings system for informed decisions
- Booking management system with status tracking
- Interactive maps integration for location visualization
- Admin dashboard for hostel management and occupancy tracking
- Real-time availability updates and notifications
Challenges & Solutions
Managing complex search and filtering requirements
Implemented advanced filtering system with Supabase queries and real-time updates to help students find hostels based on multiple criteria like location, price, amenities, and availability.
Handling real-time availability updates
Used Supabase real-time subscriptions to ensure hostel availability information is always current and prevent double bookings or outdated information.
Creating an intuitive user experience for diverse users
Designed separate interfaces for students and hostel administrators while maintaining consistency in the overall user experience and ensuring both user types can accomplish their goals efficiently.
Lessons Learned
Working with Supabase taught me about modern backend-as-a-service solutions and real-time database operations. I also learned the importance of designing user interfaces that cater to different user types with varying technical expertise, and how to balance feature richness with simplicity.
Future Improvements
- Mobile app development for better accessibility on-the-go
- Payment integration for secure transactions and deposits
- Advanced recommendation system based on user preferences and behavior
- Integration with college databases for student verification
- Chat system for direct communication between students and administrators